Rod Cross
About Rod Cross

When it’s time to make your next move, Rod Cross is the real estate partner you can trust to deliver beyond expectations. A consistent top performer across Christchurch and Canterbury, Rod was named Top Sales Associate for NZSIR Canterbury and Marlborough in 2024 and again in 2025. He is also a recipient of NZSIR’s National High Achiever status, reflecting sustained performance at the highest level.


With a background in Quantity Surveying and business ownership, Rod brings a rare combination of construction knowledge, financial discipline, and data-led strategy to every property. His considered approach, attention to detail, and strength in negotiation position him as a trusted advisor for clients seeking clarity and confidence in their decisions.


Rod works in partnership with his wife Kathryn, forming a highly regarded team within New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty. Together, they combine Rod’s proven real estate expertise with Kathryn’s strengths in marketing, solutions sales, and client experience. Their campaigns are carefully curated, ensuring each property is presented with precision and purpose, supported by consistent communication throughout the process.


Having lived in Christchurch for over two decades, Rod and Kathryn are deeply connected to the coastal and hillside communities they represent. Actively involved in the local area, including support of the Sumner Tennis and Squash Club and Bridge Club, they bring both local insight and a strong sense of community to their work.


Strategic, personable, and results-focused, Rod and Kathryn offer a refined real estate partnership built on knowledge, trust, and consistently outstanding results.

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Top skills
Negotiation
Marketing
Communication
Knowledge
Advertising
Experience
Customer service
Top suburbs
Sumner
Clifton
Redcliffs
All Listings by Rod Cross
  • For sale
  • Sold
  • For lease
Testimonials
Rod and Kathyrn, a professional team. Rod and Kathyrn, a powerhouse team, with the backing of NZ Sotheby's branding. The photos, copy and video were outstanding. Rod and Kathyrn work very well together, and I am very happy with the sales result. Susan on 15 Apr 2026 16 Starwood Lane, Clifton, Christchurch-
Rod did a very good of selling my section and I was pleased with the price he was able to achieve. Rod has very good knowledge of the Sumner market. Stuart 10 Ararat Lane, Clifton, Christchurch-
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